Learning Outcomes

Reading and Decision Making

Inductive Reasoning

Decision Making

Lesson Summary

In this module, Reasoning and Decision Making, you will learn about the concept of pragmatic reasoning schemas and inductive reasoning.  You will also learn about the different types of emotions that affect the decision-making process.

Problem Solving

Problem Solving Strategies

Problem Solving Approaches

Analogical Problem Solving Technique

Creativity in Problem Solving

In this module, Problem Solving and Creativity, you will learn about the problem solving cognitive process and the hill-climbing heuristic method.  You will also learn about the analogical problem-solving technique and creativity in problem-solving.

Diploma in Cognitive Reasoning and Development - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Introduction to Cognition and Emotion

Emotion and Memory

Judgement and Decision Making

Emotions and Decision Making

Personal Moral Dilemmas

In this module, Cognition and Emotion, you will learn about the different types of memories and factors that affect the decision-making process. You will also learn about personal moral dilemmas and cognitive neuroscience.

Developmental Psychology

Postnatal Development

Social and Cognitive Development

Lifespan Development of Memory

In this module, Cognitive Development, you will learn about the different biological and environmental factors that affect the human development cycle. You will also learn about prenatal development and the lifespan development of memory.

Diploma in Cognitive Reasoning and Development - Second Assessment

Diploma in Cognitive Reasoning and Development - Course assessment

In this free online course, learn about the theories and strategies involved in cognitive reasoning and development.

Diploma in Cognitive Reasoning and Development

What are the techniques used to study and assess cognitive reasoning and development? In this diploma course, learn the definition of ‘reasoning’ and different problem-solving approaches. Cognitive neuroscience, which provides an alternative way of understanding the role played by emotional factors in judgment and decision making, will also be discussed.

History of Cognitive Neuroscience

Philosophy of Neuroscience

Structure and Functions of Neurons

Neuronal Communication

The Nervous System

This module presents an introduction to the subject of cognitive neuroscience; neurons and the nervous system. You will also learn about the origins of some of the latest, well-known techniques used in brain analysis today.

The Cerebral Cortex

Methods in Cognitive Neuroscience

Studying The Damaged Brain

Structural Analysis of the Brain

In this module, The Human Brain, you will learn about the various structures, functionalities and components that make up the human brain. You will also learn about common deficits that occur as a result of damages to these brain regions.

Neuroscience of Sensation and Perception

Somatosensory and Visual Perception

Sensory and Perceptual Processing

This module examines the neuroscience behind sensation and perception as part of the primary functions of the brain. You will learn how these brain functions influence social interactions and behaviour.

The Anatomy of Attention

Models of Attention

Neural Mechanisms of Attention

Mechanisms of Attention

Networks of Attention

In this module, the various systems involved in the ability to consciously or unconsciously express attention are explained. You will also learn about the causes of some common attention disorders.

First Assessment

This module is the first assessment, which enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of module 1 - 4 of the course.

Memory

Mechanisms of Memory

The Medial Temporal Lobe

Long Term Memory and Memory Consolidation

In this module, you will learn about the neural basis and mechanisms behind memory. You will also learn about the processes involved in forming different types of memory.

Emotions

Categorizing Emotions

Emotions and Cognitive Processes

Influence of Emotions on Attention and Perception

Cognitive Control of Emotions

In this module, you will learn about the neuroscience of emotions and how they affect other cognitive processes. You will learn how emotion influences learning, attention, perception and social interactions in general.

Language

Language Comprehension

Word Processing

In this module, you will examine the neuroscience of language and how it interacts with other cognitive functions, such as reading, talking, writing, socialising. You will also learn about the neural structures that enable language comprehension.

Social Cognitive Neuroscience

Theory of Mind

Mental State Attribution and Autism

Social Knowledge in Social Cognition

In this module, learn about the cognitive processes that facilitate social behaviour and the role of the prefrontal cortex in social cognition. You will study the various regions of the brain that influence mental states and social cognition in general.

Second Assessment

This module is the second assessment, which enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of module 5 - 8 of the course.

Advanced Diploma in Brain and Behaviour - Course Assessment

Learn about the various cognitive processes in the brain, that influence human behaviour, in this free online course.

Advanced Diploma in Brain and Behaviour

This free online course will give you a better understanding of how the different parts of the brain interact to carry out a variety of mental processes such as thinking, learning, decision making and more. This course will also feature the different methodologies adopted by neuroscientists in studying the activities in the human brain. Anyone who has an interest in neuroscience, psychology or any related fields, will benefit from this course.

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